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Can ferrous ions exist in an acidic solution?

Can Fe2+ ions exist in an acidic solution or will they always pick up available protons and become Fe3+? My hunch is they can't exist but I'm not really sure. If the latter, does that mean that ...
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How can I dissolve photography film?

I am looking to completely dissolve negative film strips. Acetone was my first try and did not work. If anyone knows/ or has any ideas i would be so greatful.
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The open circuit voltage of a battery: Does it decrease with increase in pH of electrolyte while the voltage across a load increase?

Why does the open circuit voltage of a battery decrease with increase in $\mathrm{pH}$ of electrolyte, but the voltage across a load increase? I tested a cell which had aluminum sulfate as its anode ...
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How to measure/know the moles of carbon dioxide (as dry ice) when in KOH solution

I am doing an experiment where I am dropping dry ice in a $\ce{KOH}$ solution. I want to know how I can figure out how many moles of $\ce{CO2}$ reacted with the $\ce{KOH}$. I am pouring $25 \,\mathrm{...
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